Quality Engineer

Smart4 Energy; Recklinghausen; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Home-office options

International projects

Performance-based compensation

Job summary

Smart4 Energy is seeking a Quality & Control Engineer (m/f/d) in Germany to lead quality inspections across manufacturing and supplier sites. You will translate technical requirements into robust quality specifications and drive improvements with cross-functional teams, including engineering and project management.

Fluency in German and English is expected. The role offers hybrid working arrangements, exposure to international energy projects, and opportunities to shape quality processes in a

Qualifications

• Technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience with fabrication quality control and inspection planning.
• Familiarity with welding standards (EN 1090, EN 15614, EN 15609, AWS D1.1/D1.6).
• Strong communication and project coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate quality inspections throughout manufacturing.
• Inspect and approve equipment at supplier facilities per specs and standards.
• Review supplier quality documents (ITPs, WPS, NDT).
• Translate contracts into technical quality specs.
• Monitor supplier adherence to procedures.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Manufacturing processes

Fabrication quality

Welding standards

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree or Meister/Techniker qualification

Job description

Title: Quality & Control Engineer (m/f/d)

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with an established international engineering company operating within the energy and power generation sector to recruit a Quality & Control Engineer in Germany.

Our client is involved in the engineering and supply of industrial equipment for energy infrastructure projects, working with international suppliers and manufacturing partners.

This opportunity would suit a technically minded professional with a strong understanding of mechanical engineering, fabrication processes and quality control, who enjoys combining hands‑on inspections with technical coordination and engineering documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate quality inspections throughout the manufacturing process.
• Inspect and approve equipment and components at supplier facilities in accordance with technical specifications and applicable standards.
• Review supplier quality documentation, including Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) procedures.
• Translate contractual and engineering requirements into technical quality specifications.
• Monitor supplier compliance with approved manufacturing and inspection procedures.
• Identify quality issues, document findings and recommend improvements.
• Review final manufacturing documentation and technical records.
• Witness Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) for manufactured equipment.
• Work closely with Engineering, Project Management and other internal teams.

Requirements

• A technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, or a recognised Meister/Techniker qualification.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering, manufacturing processes and fabrication quality.
• Familiarity with relevant construction and welding standards, such as EN 1090, EN 15614, EN 15609 and AWS D1.1/D1.6.
• Experience working with welding procedures, inspection plans and quality documentation.
• EWE, EWT or EWS qualification and Visual Testing Level II certification would be advantageous.
• Strong communication, coordination and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage project deadlines.
• Excellent written and spoken German and English.
• Willingness to travel regularly.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work on international engineering and energy projects.
• Flexible working hours and home‑office options.
• Collaborative and technically focused working environment.
• Performance‑based compensation and additional financial benefits.

If you have experience in mechanical engineering, fabrication quality or supplier inspections and are interested in exploring a new opportunity within the energy sector, we'd love to hear from you!